Goderich hosting a Women’s March

Goderich, ON – The Huron/Bruce Chapter of Women’s March Canada, will be hosting a Women’s March on Jan. 19, 2019, from 12-2 p.m. on the square in Goderich.

Women’s March Canada is a non-profit grassroots organization, inspiring, uniting and leading the charge for the advancement of women across Canada. Making the equality of women in Canada the new norm is the vision of Women’s March Canada.

The event hosted in Goderich on Saturday, Jan. 19 will begin at 12 p.m. with speeches from local women, discussing the issues faced by women across the country. This will be followed by a march around the square.

Women’s March Canada focuses on issues such as income inequality, violence against women, missing and murdered indigenous women, reproductive rights, and human rights.

Donations of feminine hygiene products for Huron Women’s Shelter and local schools are being accepted and can be dropped off at designated bins during the event.

The Huron\Bruce Chapter will also be hosting a sign-making event at the Goderich Library from 5:30-7:30 pm on Friday, Jan. 18.